H.R. No. 982
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, National Women's History Month is being celebrated
throughout March 2009, and this observance provides a fitting
opportunity to recognize the Rio Grande Valley Chapter of the
Hispanic Women's Network of Texas; and
WHEREAS, In 1987, HWNT was founded as a statewide
organization to promote the participation of Hispanic women in the
public, corporate, and civic arenas; 200 women from across the Lone
Star State gathered in Dallas for the network's initial conference
and discussed areas of concern to women and Latinos; drawing
strength from their diverse backgrounds, occupations, and life
experiences, they committed to remain united to address common
issues; and
WHEREAS, The network today has nine chapters, representing
the Rio Grande Valley area and the cities of Austin, Corpus Christi,
Dallas, Denton, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and Laredo; the
Rio Grande Valley Chapter has become one of the fastest-growing
business networking groups in the region; its members participate
in HWNT activities to make a positive impact in their communities
while advancing the educational, cultural, social, legal, and
economic well-being of all women and raising awareness of the
richness of Hispanic culture; HWNT has sponsored and supported
educational, mentoring, and intergenerational programs,
achievement awards, and such events as the Women's Rights to Vote
Celebration, Hispanic Summit, and Emerging Leaders Conference; and
WHEREAS, For more than two decades, the members of the
Hispanic Women's Network of Texas have worked together to improve
the lives of women, to serve their communities, and to share ideas
and encouragement; through their noteworthy endeavors, the members
of the Rio Grande Valley Chapter have demonstrated admirable
dedication to the ideals and purpose of this fine organization;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby recognize the Rio Grande Valley Chapter of the
Hispanic Women's Network of Texas on the occasion of National
Women's History Month and commend the members for their
contributions to their community; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the chapter as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Gonzales
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 982 was adopted by the House on April
2, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House